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Stu Strumwasser studied creative writing at Cornell University and went on to pursue dual careers on Wall Street and as a musician. Stu was the founder, drummer and primary songwriter in the well-regarded indie rock band Channeling Owen in the 1990s (see picture and songs below). He also continually honed his craft as a writer of socially-relevant fiction.

In 2006 Stu left Wall Street and founded Snow Beverages to make natural soda. While at Snow he raised millions in angel financing and served as the company’s CEO for six years, personally selling in the product line to leading regional and national chains.

Stu was born in Queens, raised in Lynbrook, and now resides in Brooklyn, New York with his two school-age, identical twin sons. The Org ...more

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You suggest to aspiring writers to write what you know. I know mental illness. I wonder how you would suggest or how you, personally, go about researching facts for a fictional book - is it an expensive endeavor - for example, to interview a doctor, do you have to make and pay for an appointment?

Stu Strumwasser Hi Traci. Thanks so much for the question. Prior to writing The Organ Broker I had never done research for a fiction project. My previous novels (thre…moreHi Traci. Thanks so much for the question. Prior to writing The Organ Broker I had never done research for a fiction project. My previous novels (three, none of which were published) were all closer to home, on topics that were more familiar to me. "Write what you know" isn't my idea. I would say it is a bit of an axiom for all writers. That said, of course you can fictionalize anything. To have your work ring true as authentic research can be important. I interviewed dozens of people for The Organ Broker and didn't pay any of them. i find that when I google and identify experts and then reach out to them, very often they are flattered and generous about sharing a little information. I suggest being respectful of the value of peoples' time and be prepared for an interview with notes and questions, and keep it short. Some people will be glad to help, and others won't, but I think for most topics you would not need to pay experts to get a lot of good information. Lastly, when you say you, "know mental illness," I just want to respond by saying-- I think most writers do. Good luck.(less)

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How do you deal with writer’s block?

Stu Strumwasser Write. It really works. Or drink a bunch of scotch, go back to step 1, and repeat.

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	The Organ Broker 3.83 avg rating — 381 ratings — published 2015 — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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